Magnesium powder imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $5.2 million of magnesium powder in 2024 (1.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 44% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $13.8 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5.2M | 1.4K t |
| 2023 | $9.3M | 2.6K t |
| 2022 | $13.8M | 2.6K t |
| 2021 | $10.1M | 2.9K t |
| 2020 | $7.3M | 2.8K t |
| 2019 | $9.4M | 3.7K t |
| 2018 | $9.9M | 3.5K t |
| 2017 | $9.0M | 3.1K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports magnesium powder from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 65% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.4M | 65% |
| Switzerland | $896K | 17% |
| Romania | $299K | 5.8% |
| Turkey | $259K | 5% |
| United States | $202K | 3.9% |
| Austria | $104K | 2% |
| Philippines | $17K | 0.3% |
| Germany | $8K | 0.2% |
| Japan | $5K | 0.1% |
| Italy | $4K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.75 per kg, close to the world average of $3.38.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Magnesium powder exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of magnesium powder by the United Kingdom reached $300 thousand in 2024 (18 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Thailand accounted for 89% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Thailand | $267K | 89% |
| United States | $8K | 2.5% |
| Ireland | $4K | 1.5% |
| Turkey | $4K | 1.2% |
| Germany | $3K | 1% |
| Israel | $3K | 0.9% |
| Morocco | $2K | 0.7% |
| South Korea | $2K | 0.6% |
| Hungary | $2K | 0.6% |
| Mexico | $1K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom magnesium powder imports (HS 8104.30): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 8104.30: Magnesium: raspings, turnings and granules, graded according to size, powders.
Common questions
What is the value of magnesium powder imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported magnesium powder worth $5.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 14th of 98 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 44% on 2023.
Which countries supply magnesium powder to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 65% of the value ($3.4 million), followed by Switzerland (17%) and Romania (6%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 15 supplier countries in total. The Philippines grew fastest among the top ten, up 326% on the year.
What is the average import price of magnesium powder per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.75 per kg in 2024, 11% above the world average of $3.38 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of magnesium powder to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.0 million in 2017 to $5.2 million in 2024, a fall of 43%. The peak was 2022 at $13.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $9.2 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export magnesium powder?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $300 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Thailand, the United States and Ireland. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $4.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for magnesium powder?
The HS code for magnesium powder is subheading 8104.30. It sits in HS chapter 81 (metals; n.e.c., cermets and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8104 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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